Kyohei-San is a young blacksmith in his early 30's. He specializes in just a few shapes, but of those few shapes there is incredible quality and value. From Tosa he has been helping lead the charge in a blacksmithing center similar to Takefu, trying to get young people interested in this fine art/craft.
Specializing in Aogami #2 his knives have a nice taper and a true kurouchi finish, you can see the hammer marks to prove it. Do yourself a favor and give one a try.
Length - 316 mm (12.45 in.)
Weight - 155 g (5.5 oz)
Edge Length - 168 mm (6.6 in.)
Heel Height - 53 mm
Steel Type - Blue (Aogami) #2
HRC - 62-63
Cladding - Soft Iron
Bevel - Double Bevel
Handle - Keyaki and Plastic Ferrule Oval
Please do not cut frozen foods or bones with these knives.
Always wash with a cloth and warm soapy water and dry after use
